Acanthus-Leaf
Corbels Series The acanthus leaf can be found throughout
architectural ornamentation in Greek, Roman and Renaissance structures.
It has provided a source of decorative design for thousands of
years and is incorporated in any number of products today. You
can find the acanthus leaf incorporated in door handle designs,
in rosettes on many products, climbing the sides of pilasters and
wrapping the surface of ceiling medallions. Also found in both
ancient architecture and in contemporary designs are acanthus leaf
corbels.
Many types of plants are represented in carved corbels created
over the many generations and architectural eras where they have
been in use. Floral patterns and rosettes can be found in early
corbels. Other traditional choices include oak leaf clusters
and grape vines carved into either the side of the corbel or,
if there is sufficient width, onto the front of the piece. The
acanthus leaf corbel is among the oldest of the traditional themes
because the acanthus was a common plant in the Greek Isles. There
was a Greek city named Acanthus; Acantha was a nymph in Greek
mythology associated with the plant.
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